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Iran set for crunch talks with Gianni Infantino over World Cup 2026

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The Independent UK

Inter Miami’s Luis Suarez Makes Late World Cup Plea—Could He Be Called Up?

Uruguay’s all-time leading goalscorer wants to make a fifth World Cup appearance.

Sports Illustrated

Gianni Infantino reiterates World Cup ticket stance and makes bold college claim

FIFA has faced criticism for the prices set and the adoption of dynamic pricing for the summer tournament in America.

The Independent UK

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Atlanta Stadium Pledges to Make 2026 World Cup More Affordable—Beers at Just $5

Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz Stadium) will host eight World Cup matches, including an illustrious semifinal.

Sports Illustrated

2026 FIFA World Cup: Eight Countries With a Point to Prove

Sleeping giants are determined to wake from dormancy this summer.

Sports Illustrated

Mexico Manager Threatens Players With World Cup Snub As War With Liga MX Ignites

Javier Aguirre and the Mexican soccer federation are involved in major controversy.

Sports Illustrated

ICE Role at World Cup Confirmed, Questions Remain About Enforcement Near Stadiums

U.S. officials have said the federal presence at the tournament will follow guidelines similar to other major sporting events, with Homeland Security Investigations agents focusing on trafficking, financial crime and counterfeit merchandise rather than conducting stadium raids.

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Why Half the Planet May Not Be Able to Watch 2026 World Cup

FIFA has reached broadcasting agreements with 175 countries, but two of the most populous nations are missing.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup hotel bookings short of expectations in Texas amid anti-U.S. sentiment abroad

A recent survey of hoteliers in the Dallas area and Houston found anticipated demand is not translating into strong hotel bookings less than 40 days from the start of the tournament.

The Texas Tribune

Argentina star banned from World Cup opener by FIFA

Argentina will be without Gianluca Prestianni for the first two games of the World Cup thanks to his ban from FIFA

FourFourTwo

Seeking a Career Change? $50,000 Job Opening for ‘Chief World Cup Watcher’

One lucky soccer fan will be paid to watch all 104 World Cup matches this summer—but with one pretty sizeable catch.

Sports Illustrated

FIFA Upgrades Gianluca Prestianni Suspension Over Vinicius Junior Abuse

Many fans felt the Benfica winger had initially got away lightly.

Sports Illustrated

FIFA President Ridicules 2026 World Cup Ticket Price Backlash With Hot Dog Promise

Gianni Infantino has gone on the defensive when faced with some World Cup final tickets being put up for sale at $2.3 million.

Sports Illustrated

Arsenal dial up the noise and face final reckoning with the Celebration Police

In today’s Football Daily: Arsenal are in the Bigger Cup final

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The Independent UK

Gianluca Prestianni to miss start of World Cup if selected by Argentina after Vinicius Jr incident

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The Independent UK

Gianluca Prestianni could miss World Cup games as ban for ‘homophobic conduct’ extended worldwide

Gianluca Prestianni was hit with a ban by Uefa last month after admitting to using homophobic language during an incident with Vinicius Jr

The Independent UK

World Cup demand for US hotel rooms falls short of expectations

Visa barriers and geopolitical concerns have been cited as reasons for low booking numbers

The Guardian - UK

FA and US Soccer seek more control from Fifa over Women’s World Cups

Federations concerned over organisation of men’s World Cup while the FA worked with Uefa to freeze ticket prices for Euro 2028

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International Business Times

FIFA Raises 2026 World Cup Prize Pool To Record $871 Million Amid Ticket Pricing Backlash

Financial incentives have risen sharply for teams participating in the FIFA World Cup as demand surges and off-field tensions shape the build-up to the tournament.

Euronews

World Cup hotel boom may ‘fall short of expectations’, US industry association warns

A new report by the American Hotel & Lodging Association says anticipated demand ‘has not translated into strong hotel bookings’ and that domestic travellers are ‘outpacing’ international visitors.

International Business Times UK

Global Boycott of the US Grows as FIFA World Cup Takes Financial Hit

Concerns are rising over international travel trends and their potential impact on the FIFA World Cup, as new data shows declining tourism to the United States amid broader global growth.

The Guardian - UK

A money machine and Morocco on the rise: what we learned from Fifa congress

Gianni Infantino bungled one political move in Canada while also making it clear Europe is on the fringes of his thinking

Latin Times

Texas Launches 'Operation Red Card' to Crack Down on Crime Ahead of World Cup

According to officials, the operation began in mid-March and will run through the start of the tournament. Officials say it targets violent offenders, human traffickers and drug traffickers.

Sports Illustrated

The Beginner’s Cheat Sheet to the 2026 World Cup: 30 Soccer Terms and More

The United States, Canada and Mexico will welcome the most popular sporting event in the world this summer.

Sports Illustrated

The Favorites to Win Each Group at 2026 World Cup

The group stage is bigger than ever for the 2026 World Cup following FIFA’s expansion.

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